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A day out in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales in 2025

Leave a Comment / Australia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

If you’re looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, the Blue Mountains is the perfect destination. Just two hours from Sydney, the Blue Mountains is a stunning natural playground boasting some of Australia’s most breathtaking landscapes. [updated 2025] From hiking trails that wind through ancient forests and waterfalls cascading down sheer sandstone […]

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Best things to do at JBR

1 Comment / Middle East, Travel / Guest Writer

If you are visiting Dubai, then this article will be perfect as it includes everything you need to know about JBR. I visited Dubai in February for five days. I had no clue what JBR was, and it was nowhere on my Dubai itinerary. I might have missed JBR if my sister was not living

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A breathtaking view of Taal Lake and Volcano in Tagaytay, Philippines under a clear blue sky.

What to expect on a day out at Taal Volcano

Leave a Comment / Asia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

Taal Volcano is one of the world’s smallest active volcanoes, sitting dramatically in the middle of a lake just two hours from Manila. Here’s what makes it special: you can actually stand on an island, inside a lake, on a volcano, inside another lake. It’s a geological wonder that makes for an incredible day trip—and

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Is it worth flying Singapore airlines business class

14 Comments / Airlines, Business class / Paula Barreca Barnes

Flying business class with Singapore Airlines is often considered a luxury, but is it worth the cost? This review breaks down the experience, from seating and service to dining and amenities, to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your next trip. Whether you’re weighing up comfort versus cost or simply curious about

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Washington D.C to New York road trip 7 day itinerary

Leave a Comment / North America, Road Trip, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

We all love a road trip, especially on the East Coast of North America, with open roads and lots of things to do along the way. This Washington D.C to New York road trip itinerary is the perfect guide to get you from A to B, with hotel recommendations, best things to do on your

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Ten top things to do for your first time in New York 2025

3 Comments / North America, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

New York, who doesn’t love the vibrant city of New York? NYC is on everyones bucket list. This article is the perfect guide to give you all the information you need for your first time in New York, from how to get there to what to do while you are there. New York City is

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5 Reasons to stay in the Old Quarter Hanoi in 2026

Leave a Comment / Asia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

Hanoi’s Old Quarter isn’t just a neighbourhood—it’s the beating heart of Vietnam’s capital. After exploring this historic district during several visits, I can tell you it’s where ancient temples meet bustling night markets, where you’ll find the best street food in the city, and where you’re genuinely in the centre of everything worth seeing. If

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10 Best things to do in Manila in 2026

Leave a Comment / Asia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

Most people rush through Manila en route to island destinations elsewhere in the Philippines. I’ve been that person too—arrival at noon, departure the next morning, minimal exploration. But Manila genuinely rewards staying longer. It’s a city of contradictions: chaotic yet vibrant, colonial yet modern, spiritual yet hedonistic. The food is exceptional, the culture runs deep,

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What is there to do in Boracay in three days?

Leave a Comment / Asia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

If you’re dreaming of a tropical holiday with perfect white sand and crystal-clear water, Boracay should jump straight to the top of your list. Thanks to the island’s 2018 clean-up and a period of low tourism, this stunning Philippine island is currently at its absolute best: the beaches are pristine, the water is incredible, and

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Top five things to do in New Delhi (Dilwalon Ki Dilli) in 2026

Leave a Comment / Asia, Travel / Paula Barreca Barnes

Delhi isn’t like other capital cities. It’s simultaneously romantic, hectic, historical, artsy—everything at once, all the time. The city’s nickname, Dilwalon Ki Dilli (“Delhi of the large-hearted”), captures something true: there’s a generosity to this place that makes it memorable. From the grandeur of monuments to the chaos of street markets, from temples to tombs,

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